Suggestions for Dive Bar near Alphabet City, New York

Paddy • March 19, 2016Perfect dive bar that represents everything I love about the East Village. Mix of local, national and international beers and decent whiskey selection. Great atmosphere and great place to drink.

Henry B. • October 1, 2015KGB = dive bar - loud music + Soviet paraphernalia.

Chiara M. • January 4, 2016One of the best dive bars in east village! Pool, cheap drinks and nice people!

Sara . • July 25, 2016Awesome place. Looks like a dive bar but huge and creative cocktail menu.

Diana B. • November 2, 2016Great dive bar with a spacious back patio. A super chill little oasis from the city craziness.

Bonobos • August 10, 2012One of the best dive bars in the city. $3 PBRs all the time. (A nice respite from the ridiculousness of White Noise. Just across the street.)

Katherine K. • December 5, 2015I love this place. Great dive bar with low, warm lights, 2-for-1 happy hour drinks (if you tip!), and consistently great music. Plus the bartenders are v cool.

Gene R. • April 26, 2011Possibly the best dive bar in the east village. The crowd is amazing

Daniel W. • January 21, 2016Best dive bar in the East Village, hands down

Jack G. • April 15, 2014Great dive bar. Have some whiskey and fight someone.

The Daily Meal • June 19, 2011Best dive bar, best East Village bar, best New York bar, best end-of-night bar — Lucy's is all these, and a great jukebox bar too. Also in the mix, cheap (and strong) rail drinks.

Time Out New York • October 31, 2011The best dive bar in NYC is filled with regulars making efficient use of the low prices. The owners have banished TVs to promote friendly banter and there’s always the jukebox to keep you company.

Jackson I. • June 10, 2015Fun gay dive bar, very diverse crowd, and the nicest owner who's always quick to refill your drink.

Gary • April 16, 2013Whether you start your night at this dive bar or end it, you can't go wrong with $5 for a can of Tecate and a shot of tequila.

Nicole D. • September 7, 2013Best dive bar since Yogi's.

Nicolette R. • April 26, 2015Dive bar that plays amazing music.

WillMcD • August 16, 2011Not sure it's deserves to be called a Dive Bar. If you get your hand stamp at Mercury Lounge beers are only $3. PS go up stairs already!

DoubleDeuce • December 21, 2021It's your basic garbage dive bar when you need one.

J Crowley • February 15, 2015One of my favorite dive bars in the east village.

Anna B. • August 26, 2019Awesome dive bar. Their super cheap happy hour goes until 8pm!

Sara • January 2, 2011Best dive bar in the EV. Pints are $3 during happy hour. Bring in tamales from next door if you're hungry. 

Willem V. • August 24, 2015Local dive bar with a great live folk music session on Monday nights. Also popular with Liverpool soccer fans.

Himanshu G. • July 15, 2019Great bar hidden behind a coffee shop. Highly recommend checking it out!

Chute L. • September 5, 2013Fun relaxed atmosphere with an upscale vibe. Yummy drinks and order a pickleback! It's the signature drink, or should I say shot, at the bar and its delicious

Tom L. • November 27, 2013Great date place. Great selection on wines and beers. Music is awesome. Tuesday night rocks. Refreshing small bites food menu.

Connie C. • October 27, 2018Love this dive bar with a mix of rock music and hip hop. The bartenders are so fun and took care of our bachelorette party. Got the whole bar to sing for our bride.

CITY GRIT • August 15, 2014This is one of our favorite burgers in the city!

IrmaZandl Z. • January 17, 2019Cool place to see live performances. I want to come back to see michael musto’s knitting show😜

Erin M. • October 13, 2014Dirty dive bar, everyone speaks Russian. Love it.